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Athen, Greece: Where to Stay, What to Pack & Things to Know Before You Go

I landed in Athens on 27 August 2016, stepping into a city I had only seen in photos, movies, and travel blogs. I remember feeling a mix of excitement and disbelief. I was finally in Greece, a place filled with ancient history, white buildings, and stories I grew up reading…

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Tbilisi, Georgia: My 5-Day Solo Travel Diary and Useful Tips for First-Timers

I took a red-eye flight from Almaty to Tbilisi, Georgia, right after spending 4 days in Kazakhstan. My flight was at 2:35 AM and landed in Tbilisi around 10:40 AM. Which meant… yep, very little sleep, but I didn’t want to waste a single moment of this trip. Sleep was…

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Muscat, Oman: 21 Hours Layover in Oman, Is It Worth Leaving the Airport?

During my recent 2-week backpacking trip, I wanted to make the most of it. So, when I planned my route, I made sure to squeeze in at least one long layover before heading home. After weighing a few options, I decided to end my trip in Oman.  I picked Oman…

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2-Week Packing List: What I Packed for My Recent Backpacking Trip

I know, I know… I said in one of my blog posts before that backpacking “isn’t really my style.” And honestly? It’s still not. I genuinely appreciate a proper trip:…
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6 Important Things I Always Do Before Travelling Abroad

Travelling abroad is one of the best feelings in the world. The excitement, the new places, the freedom… it’s something I’ll always love and never get tired of. But as…
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2 Weeks, 4 Countries, 6 Flights: My Central Asia to Europe Solo Backpacking Trip

My 2-week solo backpacking trip across Central Asia and part of Europe was absolutely incredible! Honestly, it’s hard to put into words the whirlwind of emotions I felt thrill, awe,…
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Tried Pal Gae Ook for the First Time and It Might Be the Best Korean BBQ in KL!

My partner's birthday came around not too long ago, and like every year, I found myself wondering where I should take him for a special meal. Over the years, we've…
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Muscat, Oman: 21 Hours Layover in Oman, Is It Worth Leaving the Airport?

During my recent 2-week backpacking trip, I wanted to make the most of it. So, when I planned my route, I made sure to squeeze in at least one long…
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Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey): My 3-Day Solo Travel Diary and Useful Tips for First-Timers

I love getting lost in cities filled with history, food, and character... and that’s exactly why I picked Istanbul as my next destination. Plus, I’ve always wanted to visit Istanbul…
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Tbilisi, Georgia: My 5-Day Solo Travel Diary and Useful Tips for First-Timers

I took a red-eye flight from Almaty to Tbilisi, Georgia, right after spending 4 days in Kazakhstan. My flight was at 2:35 AM and landed in Tbilisi around 10:40 AM.…
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Almaty, Kazakhstan: My 4-Day Solo Travel Diary and Useful Tips for First-Timers

Kazakhstan has been sitting on my travel list ever since I randomly stumbled upon a YouTube video about it during the COVID lockdown. I’ll admit, I’d never even considered visiting…
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